The latest sporty Fiesta is available with two engine options, the most potent of which is the 1.6-liter Duratec Ti-VCT petrol unit delivering 134-horses and 160Nm torque at 4,250rpm.
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Ford is spicing up the new Fiesta's European range with the introduction of a new Sport trim level that will be available on the three-door models equipped with the 96HP 1.4-liter and 120HP 1.6-liter gasoline engines as well as with the 90HP 1.6-liter TDCi turbo diesel. Unlike most proposals of the sort where changes are limited to cosmetics and enhanced equipment levels, the Sport model actually benefits from a series of chassis upgrades that promise to further improve handling.These include a nine millimeter lowered sports suspension with stiffer springs and new shocks, a modified steering wheel system and the addition of an electronic stability programme (ESP) that can be switched off completely.
Visually, the three-door Fiesta Sport is distinguished by a different lower grille treatment, dark headlamps, front apron, chunky side skirts, a rear apron with an integrated diffuser and new 16-inch alloys wrapped in beefier sport tires.
Inside, buyers can opt between two different trim colors (anthracite or blue) with special features including the front sport seats, leather sport steering wheel and gearshift knob and the enhanced equipment that includes a height-adjustable driver's seat, an on-board computer, electric windows and locks, and air conditioning.
This is the first promotional video for the all-new 2009 Ford Fiesta (details & pics) that will make its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in a couple of weeks. The Fiesta will go on sale in Europe in both 3door & 5door body styles this fall with engine options including three petrol units (1.25-litre in 60 and 80 PS guises, 1.4-litre 91 PS and 1.6-litre 115 PS), and two diesel units (1.4-litre 68 PS and 1.6-litre 90 PS). In the States, the Fiesta is expected to enter the market by 2010 though it is unclear whether Ford will bring the hatchback or/and a notchback version – have your say here. -Vid after the jumpVia: Motorpasion
A couple of days ago Ford took the wraps off the new Fiesta hatch that will be officially unveiled at the forthcoming Geneva Show (see here). Unlike other European presentations where Americans are left wondering why they can’t see these cars in the States, Ford announced that the new Fiesta will come this way by 2010. The problem is that, Ford didn’t clarify which Fiesta will go on sale in the Unless the American carmaker plans to surprise us with a crossover version, there are only two options: the 3door / 5door hatchback or the
Ford On top of the regular Zetec S kit list, the Celebration also includes unique identity number, chequered scuff plates and mats, full 'Ebony Haze' leather interior, privacy glass and Panther Black door mirrors, bodyside mouldings, roof spoiler and tailgate handle.
